The history of tea in China is long and complex. The Chinese have enjoyed tea for thousands of years. Most Chinese teas are consumed in China and are not exported, except to Chinese-speaking communities in other countries.
Within the traditional main categories of tea (white, green, oolong, black, pu-erh), researchers estimate there are between 700 to 1,000 variations due to different strains of the camilla plant, growing conditions, and processing techniques.
